Discover the Island's Wine Secrets with Hvar Tours

Hvar has a multi-faceted tourism offer, and one sector which has yet to reach its full potential is wine tourism. Just think about it - an island with a 2,400 year tradition, whose sloping vineyards enjoy the most sun in the Adriatic, and whose wines are increasingly attracting international attention. 

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While the main draw of Hvar's tourism are the beaches, coastal towns and nightlife, you should make time for a wine tour on your trip. Quite apart from learning about and tasting the wines, it is an opportunity to discover a little of inland Hvar, driving through the olive groves, vineyards and lavender fields. 

As with most things in life, the quality of a wine tour can be variable, and if you are looking for the best, and the widest choice of wine tour, look no further than , whose local experts have an intimate knowledge of the terrain and its quality winemakers. From a standard wine tour to a full-blown Roman feast, Hvar Tours can tailor your Hvar wine experience to your needs. Here are some fo the highlights that they offer:

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Wine Tasting. Meet the winemaker whose wines have been called a benchmark for the future millennium by the respected wine magazine 'La Revue du vin de France'. Taste wines from Croatia's first and only eco - winery, specially monitored vineyards in the southern hills of Hvar that won both the Paris World Wine Contest and Decanter World Wine Awards in London.

Meet Croatia's leading ''garage“ winemaker and taste wines which are now one of the most expensive in Croatia. Find out what it's like to try ''2718 hours of sun in the bottle''. Come with us to the highest peak on the island and take in the magical view of Hvar's most lush vineyards. Discover the secrets of Plavac Mali, enjoy local brandy infused with local aromatic herbs - taste the true flavors of Hvar Island! . 

Where the Wine Future Begins. Plavac Mali is the most known autochthonic grape variety in Croatia and the Dalmatian region. First brought here by Greeks 2234 years ago, Hvar’s ancient vineyards and olive groves have been recognized by UNESCO and are now protected as a World Heritage Site, the oldest continuously cultivated agricultural plain in the world! .

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Food and Wine Paired Dinner. Discover the hidden heart of the island of Hvar - where grapes and olives have been continuosly cultivated for more than 2,400 years, the oldest agricultural plot in the world! Where the Ilyrians first settled; where the Greeks built their massive fortress of Tor; where fierce local warriors shocked the Venetians by daring to attack; where the Austrian Emperor paid a royal visit and brought back a treasure of wine that captivated the entire Vienna court. . 

Island Culinary Picnic. Hvar Tours' culinary picnic takes place at the olive oil grove house of one of the best olive oil producers in Croatia, Borivoj Bojanic's Olive Oil Hvar. The extra virgin olive oil here is known as island green gold, and it's famed for its subtle flavor and distinct piquant taste. All of the herbs and vegetables used in the preparation of your meal are just as special. Each is planted and cultivated on sustainable and environmentally responsible principles. And the setting for our picnic couldn't be more perfect - an amazing view over Hvar's 2234 years old Ager field, the oldest preserved agriculture plain in the world, a UNESCO World Heritage site. .

Roman Feast. In the history of civilization no one celebrated food and wine like the Romans did. Have you ever wondered what it would be like to go back in time and attend a Roman feast? Join Hvar Tours in the ancient Roman hall of the Bastijana wine cellar for a special meal based on recipes that can be traced back to antiquity. The meal is served using dishes and clothing appropriate for that time period, and will be a treat for food and history lovers alike. This experience is only avaialble for a group of 6 people or more. It's a perfect event to surprise your family or friends for a birthday or anniversary dinner - and we can arrange for musicians, an artistic performance or anything you want! .

 

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